Fall in South Bend & Mishawaka, Indiana
Fall is a special time around The Bend, where crisp breezes usher in breathtaking fall colors and Notre Dame football takes center stage. We celebrate harvest season at our farmers markets and explore great hikes with the crunch of leaves under our boots. Who says you can't get away from your every day all year long? Explore fall around The Bend.
Top 10 Fall Activities in The Bend
Fall in The Bend is a pretty special time. Crisp air swoops in to South Bend and Mishawaka along with Notre Dame football season. Beautifully colorful leaves make for an experience…

10 Most Instagrammable Places in the Fall
Football season, foliage, harvest time, pumpkin patches — fall around The Bend is known to give Instagram followers a bit of FOMO. These are some of the most Instagrammable…

Fall Around The Bend
6 Picks: Notre Dame Traditions On Football Gameday
Coming to The Bend for a Notre Dame football home game means taking in one of the most…
Notre Dame Football Weekends: What to Do in The Bend
Campus is the epicenter of activity during a Notre Dame football game weekend. But if you're…
6 Picks: Top Places to Watch a Notre Dame Football Game
Brothers Bar & Grill Location: 1234 Eddy St. | South Bend Eddy Street Commons is located right…
10 Most Instagrammable Places in the Fall
Football season, foliage, harvest time, pumpkin patches — fall around The Bend is known to…
6 Picks: Spots for Fall Color
Foliage season is almost here. Peak color around The Bend is expected the week of October 23, so…
Guide to Fall Fishing Around South Bend
If ever there was an ideal time to go fishing in The Bend, fall might be it. Cooler temperatures…
Seven Things To Do This Fall With Your Dog
GO FOR A WALK: The Bend is full of gorgeous walking trails from downtown all the way to Potato Creek…
Top 10 Fall Activities in The Bend
Fall in The Bend is a pretty special time. Crisp air swoops in to South Bend and Mishawaka along…
24 Hours for Notre Dame Fans in The Bend
2020 UPDATE: Due to coronavirus-related restrictions, Notre Dame is not hosting visitors during the…
6 Places to Celebrate Harvest Season
Fall is synonymous with harvest season. Nothing says local like growers around South Bend, Mishawaka…
6 Things to Do for Labor Day Weekend
As fall gets closer, it's time to celebrate the last few (unofficial) days of summer. Take full…
Guidelines for Tailgating at Notre Dame
Shortly after sunrise on fall Saturdays, fans begin bustling in the parking lots around Notre Dame…
Irish Eats Around The Bend
It should come as no surprise that St. Patrick’s Day is a pretty big deal around here. If…
Recharge at These Coffee Spots Around The Bend
Sometimes during your travels there might be need for a dose of caffeine. Or maybe you're just…
Tailgate Your Way: Plan Your Notre Dame Pre-Game
Whether you’re planning your first game day or a gameday guru, this guide is your one-stop…
Game Day Guide
Eventually the smell of grilling burgers and the sound of cornhole games will float all around outside Notre Dame Stadium. Here’s what you need to know about tailgating at…

- September 22, 2023
6 Places to Celebrate Harvest Season
Fall is synonymous with harvest season. Nothing says local like growers around South…
- September 1, 2024
Guide to Fall Fishing Around South Bend
If ever there was an ideal time to go fishing in The Bend, fall might be it. Cooler…
- October 10, 2024
6 Picks: Spots for Fall Color
Foliage season is almost here. Peak color around The Bend is expected the week of…
Places To Stay
From chic hotels to quiet bed and breakfasts, there are plenty of options in The Bend when it comes to lodging.

Restaurants
From cozy diners to go-to burger places, The Bend is home to a delicious variety of places to eat.
